Rehearsal at Donmar Studios 1977

Curator: This is "Rehearsal at Donmar Studios" by Zsuzsi Roboz, a lithograph impression from 1977. It captures a moment backstage, an intimate scene full of anticipation and creative energy. Editor: Immediately, I'm struck by the colour and the scene's quiet intensity. It’s as if the picture has captured both the artist and the dancers in thought. Curator: Roboz often focused on artists and performers, offering a glimpse into their creative processes. Notice how she frames the dancer’s body, highlighting movement while the artist captures the performance. Editor: The artist is part of the dance, too. They're connected by the line of the scene, the dancers are his muse and he is the witness to this ephemeral expression. Curator: Indeed. And the lithographic medium, with its soft, diffuse lines, helps to convey the atmosphere and sense of transience. What do you think that does for our understanding? Editor: It really softens the harsh lines, almost as if the figures are dissolving in the heat of the performance and this intense preparation. It really makes you feel the atmosphere of the studio. Curator: It certainly captures a unique and captivating perspective of creativity. Editor: A special reminder of the beauty in ordinary moments.